Foreigner FriendlyYes
✗VegetarianAdventurous
Spice Level
Price Range80-150 THB
About This Dish
Fragrant jasmine rice stir-fried in a screaming-hot wok with fresh crab meat, egg, garlic, and spring onions, seasoned with a light touch of fish sauce and white pepper. The crab meat is folded in at the last second to preserve its delicate sweetness.
Flavor Profile
The balance of tastes in this dish
Sweet1/5
Sour1/5
Salty3/5
Spicy1/5
Umami3/5
History & Origin
Crab fried rice is a Chinese-Thai creation that elevates simple fried rice with premium crab, found at seafood restaurants and street stalls throughout Bangkok's Chinatown.
Best Time to Eat
Perfect Pairings
Tom yum soupIced lime tea
Insider Tips
- 1The best versions use actual fresh crab meat, not the imitation sticks
- 2A squeeze of lime and a dollop of chili sauce on the side completes the dish
How to Order
Point and say this to order like a local
Pronunciation:cow pad puu
ข้าวผัดปู
Say this: Khao Pad Pu (Crab Fried Rice)
Cuisine Region: Central Thai
Price Range: 80-150 THB
Best Time to Eat: Lunch or dinner
Where to Try It
The best city to experience this dish
Bangkok
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